Testimonials
"I can't recommend Sarah highly enough; she is truly innovative and can make dresses to flatter every shape. On my wedding day I was a size 18-20, and her dress made me feel like a million dollars – she used a boned Victorian corset to pull in and push out in all the right places, and a tailored 3/4 length coat that was unusual, flattering and comfortable. I didn't want a meringue dress, so the skirt had a simple but elegant train. I got married in Vegas so wanted an outfit that would make a statement, and she exceeded all expectations, all at a very reasonable price! I've never seen anything like my wedding outfit before or since, which is exactly what I wanted – thank you!"
Dr Caroline Hewitt"I have purchased a number of costumes from Sarah to date, ranging from simple garments to extremely complex, one of a kind, costumes. I use costume for LARP so I require it to be hard wearing, functional and comfortable as well as having the look I desire. Sarah always manages to deliver. Sarah's costume is always eye catching and creative. She has a gift for knowing what decorative techniques will give the effect that is desired. I have always had a very positive experience purchasing costume from Sarah and I will do so again in the future. It is always a good feeling to have the best costume in the crowd."
Kevin Partridge"Sarah made a wizard costume for me in 2004. I used this costume extensively whilst involved at a senior level in the Curious Pastimes Live Role-playing events. From the very start, the costume drew a great deal of positive comment due to its quality. In the role I was playing, it was essential for me to look imposing and visually striking. Sarah put together an excellent colour and pattern scheme with minimal input from me. In addition to its excellent, striking look, my costume survived a wide variety of weather conditions, including heavy rain and becoming entirely covered with mud. Sarah had predicted that it would need to deal with these conditions, and it was entirely unscathed after a simple wash. I cannot emphasise enough how pleased I was with her work. She would certainly be my first choice in future."
Edward Allison"What do you want a frock coat for?" Everyone asked - except Sarah, who said, "how about something like this?"
Kathy Stock
"But brides don't wear green," everyone said - except Sarah, who said, "Ok, what shade?"
"With a refreshing lack of preconceptions about what I ought to want, Sarah made me a beautiful dress and coat (not to mention bridesmaids' dresses, and jackets for the whole party) on an incredibly tight timescale - helping to make the day our own, rather than someone else's cookie-cutter fantasy. Thank you, Angrave Designs!"